What is the best way to teach a craft or art technique? Is it through a person (class), printed text, diagrams and photos, and videos, or the blend of these now found in online classes? The NAMTA Artists & Art Materials … Read More
Category: Education
The Positive Impact of Arts Education on Students
Creating art is not only fun, it is good for your mind and heart. Two major studies, one from the UK and one from the USA, highlight the benefits: UK Cultural Learning Alliance – evidence supporting the importance of art … Read More
Has the number of art students increased?
The number of students receiving degrees in fine art-related subjects has grown by 25% in the past nine years, to about 29,000 students in 2009-10. Enrollment in the much larger category of visual and performing arts grew 31% from 2003-2004 to 2007-2008, to … Read More